Waredigo

Ok.. so I guess this thread happened at the perfect time, because I've literally just completed my ultimate "life move" to the one place that I've always wanted to be... and after spending roughly 10 years thinking about it every day and wanting to be here.

Now don't get me wrong, I've been lucky enough to have traveled the world and lived in many cities/states throughout the USA (born in the USA) but I always just went with the flow of jobs, promotions, and life-events up to this point.

Please keep in mind, I had a GREAT job where I was, a great life and everything. There was no real logical reason for me to leave... except that I just didn't like where I was, and I knew I wanted something else. The fact that I wanted it for so long only confirming that point.

So I tried working with my employer for about 1 year to get a relo, but nothing came of it even after multiple attempts. If i wanted the move to happen, I would have to make it happen and take control. So I made the decision and didn't look back.

I gave my notice to my employer (and worked with them for weeks to ensure a smooth transition) and began the process of looking for housing, jobs, etc. in the new location.

Then a funny thing happened. Less than 24 hours before the HR systems would process my exit, I received a phone call from my company.

I had 2 possible roles waiting for me in my new location, all I had to do was pick one. You can only imagine the feelings of "oh god, this was meant to be" going through my head and heart.

Now don't get me wrong. I'm highlighting the positive moments of this recent journey, but make no mistake... moving is (or at the very least, can be) extremely stressful and financially daunting challenge. Especially if you're a frugal person.

That said, I actually feel complete for the first time in a long time now. That's a very strange thing for me to write, but it's true. I know I'm where I should be. Things in life are just clicking better than they used to. They're clicking like I knew they always should have.

I can't say that I regret not having moved here sooner, because the events in the last 10 years taught me a lot.. but I will say that making that decision to move, carrying through with the move (and all the stuff that went with it) is without a doubt the single most rewarding thing I've ever done for myself.

I absolutely love my life now, and my desire to "live more" is stronger than ever. Hope this helps =)